Federal Disaster Aid Request for Virginia, Hurricane Helene Cleanup, and FBI Harassment Settlement

In today’s WFIR News Express Podcast, we cover U.S. Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine, along with Rep. Morgan Griffith, requesting federal disaster assistance for Virginia in the wake of Hurricane Helene’s destruction. We also take a look at recovery efforts in Grayson and Pulaski Counties, where residents and crews are still dealing with significant damage. In Roanoke County, Clearbrook Elementary School remains closed due to ongoing power outages caused by flooding. Norfolk Southern Corp is stepping up with a $100,000 donation to the Red Cross and matching employee contributions to aid in hurricane relief efforts. We also preview tonight's Vice Presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz, and bring you the latest on the FBI’s $22 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit over sexual harassment claims. Plus, Roanoke Fire-EMS crews responded to a major fire in downtown Roanoke, and Triple-A is now reporting electricity prices alongside their weekly fuel updates. Like and subscribe. Please leave us a five-star review! Stay informed with WFIR News Express.